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<p>Summer’s in full swing and it’s time to start getting ready for New Brighton’s annual Stockyard Days! This year will be the festival’s 36th year of celebrating the city and its heritage, with the festival kicking off on Sunday, Aug. 6, and concluding with the Ambassador Coronation on Monday, Aug. 14. Under the theme “herding together,” all your favorite activities will be back this year, as well as some surprises.</p>
<hr /><h3><strong>Noting some new</strong></h3>
<p>Along with all the classic Stockyard Days events and activities, there are also some new things to take note of this year. </p>
<p>For example, for the first time ever in the festival’s history, there will a junior grand marshal in the annual parade, in addition to the norm. </p>
<p>That’s something to be excited about, says Brian Vickery, this year’s president of the Stockyard Days Committee. </p>
<p>“We’ve never had a junior grand marshal before, but we thought this kid was pretty special so we wanted to honor him.”</p>
<p>Another thing Vickery says a lot of folks are excited about is that GB Leighton will be playing a set on the main stage this year.</p>
<p>With 11 albums, Leighton and his band are no stranger to festivals.</p>
<p>“He’s a big draw,” Vickery says of Leighton, who’s scheduled to play on Friday, Aug. 11, from 7 to 11 p.m. “Everybody around town knows who he is.”</p>
<hr /><h3><strong>New returners</strong></h3>
<p>Other things that were new last year proved popular and are coming back this year. </p>
<p>On Sunday, Aug. 6, the Stockyard Days Bike Sprints, a cycling race, will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.</p>
<p>The race formed after Pat Whalen, owner of PJW Auto, decided to approach Stockyard Days organizers about creating a bike race last year. Whalen has been involved with the sport for more than 25 years.</p>
<p>The event is co-sponsored by Cars Bike Shop of Mounds View.</p>
<p>Registration is required and can be done no later than 45 minutes prior to each race. To register, folks can visit PJW Automotive at 2087 Old Highway 8 in New Brighton, or visit usacycling.org.</p>
<p>Participating costs $30 if registered between July 22 and 28, or $35 on the day of the event. </p>
<p>Interested in taking part in more than one race? It’s just an add-on of $10 for an adult or $5 for a junior participant. </p>
<p>The course takes place on streets and paths, with racers doing multiple laps.</p>
<p>There will be a variety of categories for men, women and children.</p>
<p>Visit <a href="http://www.nbstockyarddayssprints.com">www.nbstockyarddayssprints.com</a> for more information on how to register for the different categories. </p>
<p>Whalen thought it would be fun to give back to the communities that have supported his business with a fun, unusual and exciting event.</p>
<p>Also returning from last year is the New Brighton Corral Golf Tournament on Aug. 7 from 8 to 11 a.m.</p>
<p>The Denny Ross Memorial Softball Tournament will take place on Monday, Aug. 7, at 6 p.m. Visit the softball field at Veterans Park, 803 Old Highway 8, to watch the police and fire departments battle it out.</p>
<p>The “500” card tournament is back, happening on Friday, Aug. 11, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the New Brighton Community Center, 400 10 St. NW.</p>
<p>For those feeling athletic, a 5K, 10K and kids one-fourth mile fun run will take place Saturday, Aug. 12, at 8 a.m., at Long Lake Regional Park Pavilion.</p>
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<hr /><h3><strong>Stockyard Days festival favorites</strong></h3>
<hr /><p><strong>Parade </strong><strong><em>• Thursday, Aug. 10, at 6 p.m. </em></strong></p>
<p>Festival organizers take pride in the annual Stockyard Days Parade, often heralded as one of the biggest parades in the entire state. This year’s Stockyard Days parade will feature all sorts of things, including clowns, bands and more than 40 parade floats that will wind their way through the streets of Old Town New Brighton.</p>
<p>This year, the Bartz brothers will be honored as the grand marshals. The three young men — Connor, Trevor and Austin — are well known and have even made national news for making giant snow sculptures in their parent’s front yard in the 2700 block of 16th Street N.W. over the past few winters. </p>
<p>This year, organizers have also chosen to have a junior grand marshal: 11-year-old Eli Burton.</p>
<p>According to Vickery, Burton came up with a concept of helping the homeless, which impressed organizers so much that they thought he should be spotlighted in the parade. </p>
<p>In 2015, Burton created Eli Packs, which are filled with necessities in an easy to carry pouch for people to have in their vehicles should they meet a person in need. Since 2015, 505 packs have been assembled.</p>
<p>Folks are encouraged to show up a little early to secure a good vantage point for your lawn chairs as the route fills up fast! The parade will follow the same route as former years, beginning on First Avenue between St. John The Baptist Catholic Church and New Brighton Health and Rehab. The route will head down 10th Street, then turn south onto Old Highway 8, past City Hall. The parade will then head west on Eighth Street, turn south on Eighth Avenue, before finally heading back onto Old Highway 8 for a final jaunt before ending at Oak Grove Community Housing.</p>
<hr /><p><strong>Medallion Hunt </strong><strong><em>• Sunday, Aug. 6, at 5 p.m., when the first clue is posted at New Brighton City Hall and on Facebook</em></strong></p>
<p>All are welcome to try their hand at the Stockyard Days Medallion Hunt. Why not! There’s the possibility of walking away with the medallion, plus and some cash. </p>
<p>The Stockyard Days medallion will be hidden somewhere in New Brighton city limits. It will be hidden on public property, not buried and will be no more than four feet off the ground. </p>
<p>Organizers specify that it will not be hidden at Brightwood Hills Golf Course or in Long Lake Regional Park — you’re not going to find it in either of those places, so look elsewhere and look hard. It could be hidden at any one of the other 12 city parks or at the New Brighton Community Center.</p>
<p>Clues pertaining to where to find the medallion will be posted daily at New Brighton City Hall beginning Sunday, Aug. 6, at 5 p.m. Clues will be posted online with a one-day delay from when they go up at City Hall. </p>
<p>Feeling lucky? If you buy a Stockyard Days button prior to Monday, Aug. 7, and find the medallion, you’ll win $250; if you haven’t bought a button but find the medallion, you will be awarded $125.</p>
<hr /><p><strong>Karaoke Contest</strong></p>
<p><strong><em>• Friday, Aug. 4, for the final round of qualifiers at 7:30 p.m. at New Brighton Eagles Club, 563 Old Highway 8.</em></strong></p>
<p><strong><em>• Sunday, Aug. 13, for the semifinals in Long Lake Regional Park at noon, followed by the finals at 3:30 p.m. </em></strong></p>
<p>Start exercising those vocal cords, and get ready to grab the mic for the Stockyard Days Karaoke Contest. Your final opportunity to qualify is Friday, Aug. 4, at 7:30 p.m., at the New Brighton Eagles Club, for a cost of $5. If you make it through the first round of grueling competition, some money will be on the line on Sunday, Aug. 13, when it all comes down to who rocks the most with the contest finals at Long Lake Regional Park. </p>
<p>The first-place singer gets $250; second place nets $150; and third place garners $100; the best duet singers will split $200. Your $5 entry fee is good for as far as you make it in the contest.</p>
<hr /><p><strong>Kids Night </strong><strong><em>• Wednesday, Aug. 9, at 6:30 p.m. in Veterans Park</em></strong></p>
<p>There’s a night dedicated to the little ones! Kids, dress up in your favorite costumes and hop on your decorated bike and head to Veterans Park. </p>
<p>Prizes will be given out for best costume and best-decorated bike.</p>
<p>The Kiddie Parade starts at 6:30 p.m. in Veterans Park, which is located on Old Highway 8, just behind the New Brighton City Hall. </p>
<hr /><p><strong>Activities in Long Lake Regional Park</strong></p>
<p><strong><em>• Friday Aug. 11, from 5 to 11 p.m.</em></strong></p>
<p><strong><em>• Saturday Aug. 12, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.</em></strong></p>
<p><strong><em>• Sunday Aug. 13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.</em></strong></p>
<p>Just like last year, Long Lake Regional Park at 1500 Old Highway 8 is the place to be for a majority of festival activities and as always, will be a beautiful and convenient venue to have all sorts of summer fun. </p>
<p>For kids, there will be a whole host of inflatables and games. With the whole family in mind, Long Lake Park will also host a variety of craft and merchandise vendors along with a bunch of great food options as well. </p>
<p>Show up to the park Friday and Saturday evenings for the street dances. The Antique Car Run will be finishing its tour with cars rolling in around 3 p.m. Saturday and will be on display after that. </p>
<p>On Sunday morning, take in the Car Show &amp; Swap meet.</p>
<p>On Sunday afternoon, Long Lake Park will also host the karaoke contest finals, starting at 3:30 p.m.</p>
<hr /><p><strong>Car Run </strong><strong><em>• Saturday, Aug. 12, antique cars will be on display from 2 to 5 p.m. in Long Lake Regional Park</em></strong></p>
<p>Dozens of cars will arrive at New Brighton Stockyard Days for the 30th iteration of the festival’s popular Car Run, beginning at 2 p.m., on Saturday, Aug. 12. Having traveled 120 miles of Minnesota countryside since 7 a.m. that morning, drivers will arrive, grab some refreshments, socialize, and answer any questions Stockyard Days attendees may have for them. </p>
<p>The run begins in New London and ends at New Brighton Stockyard Days festival in Long Lake Regional Park. </p>
<p>Throughout the tour of rural Minnesota, drivers also take rest stops in five other small towns. For more information about the Run, visit <a href="http://www.antiquecarrun.org">www.antiquecarrun.org</a>.</p>
<hr /><p><strong>Street Dances</strong></p>
<p><strong><em>• Friday, Aug. 11, GB Leighton, Long Lake Regional Park from 7 to 11 p.m.</em></strong></p>
<p><strong><em>• Saturday, Aug. 12, Hitchville, Long Lake Regional Park from 7 to 11 p.m.</em></strong></p>
<p>Come out and dance to a crowd favorite — GB Leighton — on Friday, Aug. 11, from 7 to 11 p.m. The band will perform a high-energy set of tunes, and do just what it’s known for: rock.</p>
<p>The next night, on Saturday, Aug. 12, from 7 to 11 p.m., head back over to the main stage at Long Lake Regional Park to see Hitchville, a band that’ll bring some country rock to the stage. </p>
<hr /><p><strong>Fireworks <em>• Saturday, Aug. 12, at dusk</em></strong></p>
<p>Head out for another wonderful Stockyard Days Fireworks display in Long Lake Regional Park on Saturday, Aug. 12, at dusk. </p>
<p>Event organizers say they’re not using a high altitude display this year, but instead will be using one that takes place lower down, so the best viewing areas for fireworks are in Long Lake Park generally, but it may be best seen at or near the pavilion. </p>
<p>If you were able to see the fireworks from your home in past years, organizers note that that may no longer be the case. So, grab a chair or blanket and hunker down for the summer tradition, which will even include some ground displays this year.</p>
<hr /><p><strong>Car Show &amp; Swap Meet <em>• Sunday, Aug. 13, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Long Lake Park</em></strong>=</p>
<p>Growing out of the Stockyard Days Car Run, this year’s Stockyard Days 31th Annual Car Show &amp; Swap Meet is put on by The Thunderbird Midwest Club and the Twin Cities Regional Group of the Early Ford V-8 Club. </p>
<p>The event’s atmosphere is family friendly, set in Long Lake Park, and is a great place to look at some classic cars and chat up their proud owners. There will be 15 classes of entry, from stock to modified vehicles, and awards will be based on owner voting, along with a People’s Choice award that will be determined by spectators choosing their favorite ride. </p>
<p>Admission to the Car Show &amp; Swap Meet is $4, or $2 with a Stockyard Days button.</p>
<hr /><p><strong>Duck Race <em>• Sunday Aug. 13, around noon on Rice Creek in Long Lake Park</em></strong></p>
<p>Mid-summer is gone and as the warm season wanes, the ducks are slowly preparing to migrate south, but they’ve also been fiercely preparing for this last hurrah — the Stockyard Days Duck Race. </p>
<p>The duck race is a great way to support the festival for coming years and it’s also a great way to win a little bit of extra cash, too. You can buy Duck Raffle tickets for $5 and you don’t even have to be at the race in order to win. </p>
<p>Tickets can be purchased before the festival at Beisswenger’s Hardware or at New Brighton City Hall or during the festival on Friday, Aug. 11, and Saturday, Aug. 12, at the Information Booth located in Long Lake Park. </p>
<p>Be the lucky duck with the right number to be first to cross the finish line and take home $500. Second through fifth places win $100, while sixth through 10th places win $50. The last place duck takes home $100!</p>
<p>Access to the viewing area for the Duck Race on Rice Creek is on Mississippi Street between Silver Lake Road and Thorndale Avenue.</p>
<p>If you can’t make it to any of the in-person ticket sales areas, email <a href="mailto:stockyarddays@earthlink.net">stockyarddays@earthlink.net</a> and festival organizers will figure out how to get you a ticket.</p>
<hr /><p><strong>Ambassador Coronation <em>• Monday, Aug. 14, at 6 p.m. at Mounds View High School</em></strong></p>
<p>New Stockyard Days ambassadors will be chosen during ceremonies at Mounds View High School, 1900 Lake Valentine Road, Arden Hills, at 6 p.m.</p>
<p>This is the final event of the festival, closing out the 2017 Stockyard Days until next year. </p>
<hr /><h3><strong>For more information on the many Stockyard Days activities, visit <a href="http://stockyarddays.org">stockyarddays.org</a></strong></h3>
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<hr /><h2><strong>Small-space gardens: </strong>easy tips for homegrown flavors</h2>
<div>The new growing season is upon us. You don’t have to be an experienced gardener to enjoy the many benefits of the season, nor do you need large swaths of land and sprawling acreage to grow your favorite greens. In fact, beautiful outdoor spaces — rich with colorful blooms and hearty edibles — can be created in nearly any space, including patios and balconies.</div>
<div>Small-space gardening is all about getting creative and having fun. So whether you’re attempting to create an eye-catching outdoor oasis or produce delicious food for cooking, the most effective way to learn is by simply digging in.</div>
<p><strong>Ready, set, prep</strong></p>
<p>As with most new endeavors, preparation is key. First, determine how much space you’ll be allocating and whether or not the area has access to adequate sunlight. According to Batt, a successful garden should receive at least eight hours of sunlight per day. It’s also important to make sure your planters are equipped with a sufficient drainage system. A hole at the bottom of your containers will help prevent oversaturation while still allowing water to permeate the soil. It will also ensure adequate airflow reaches the roots.</p>
<p><strong>Commit to cultivating</strong></p>
<p>Now that you’ve decided on an area, it’s important to remember that a garden — regardless of its size — requires time, attention and effort. It isn’t just planting then vacating. With that in mind, try to be realistic about how much time you’re willing to put forth. Batt suggests reserving an hour over the weekend for things like weeding and watering.</p>
<p>When it comes to plant hydration, it’s better to water deeply and thoroughly on a seldom basis than water too little on a regular basis. That being said, plants in containers tend to dry out more quickly than plants in the ground and will often require more water, especially during warmer months. A good rule of thumb is to soak plants until you notice water coming through the drainage holes. But remember plants absorb water through their roots and lose water through their leaves, so when watering try to avoid the foliage.</p>
<p><strong>Start simple</strong></p>
<p>It’s almost time to plant those first few seeds, but you’re not entirely sure what to grow. Consider starting with simple, cool-season crops like cabbage, carrots and radishes. Often, newer gardeners attempt to grow popular products like peppers, but what they don’t know is that in order to thrive, those need to be started indoors.</p>
<p>Another great option for beginners is herbs, which are inexpensive, require nothing larger than a six to eight-inch container, and only take three to four weeks to yield results.</p>
<p><strong>Time to eat</strong></p>
<p>It’s vital to know what you’ve planted and how long it should stay in the ground. Carrots, for instance, will harvest in about 65 to 70 days and will show signs of wilting when they’re ready to be eaten.</p>
<p>Try to make a trip out to the garden every day to see what has ripened or is starting to flower. Trim back herbs, such as chives and basil, as soon as they start to flower. This will help plants continue to put energy into growth and production.</p>
<p>Checking on your garden daily also allows you to intervene at the first sign of trouble.</p>
<p>When it comes to small-space gardening, a little goes a long way. To give you an idea, a 10-foot by 12-foot garden has the capacity to feed a family of three for the entire summer simply by rotating the crops. (BPT)</p>
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<h2><strong>They survived and so can you: </strong>Homeowner shares his renovation story</h2>
<p><strong>by: Hannah Burlingame, </strong><em>Staff writer</em></p>
<p>Home renovations can be time consuming, messy and sometimes a headache. That’s just the truth. But, most of the time the downsides of the renovation process are more than worth it when you finally have the finished product. </p>
<p>When it comes to remodeling, some people do the work themselves, while others hire contractors and companies to do the work. </p>
<p><strong>A DIYers story</strong></p>
<p>Steve Danger and his wife Joyce bought their New Brighton home roughly 25 years ago. When they moved in, they say the house was a typical early 1960’s home.</p>
<p>“With plywood cabinets in the kitchen and mirror squares on the bathroom wall and a planter with plastic flowers sticking out of the inside the front door, it was just horrendous,” Steve says.</p>
<p>The reason the couple even considered the house was because it’s on a lake. When they first looked at the house, Steve remembers going outside and looking at the lake. Pretty soon his wife came out and asked what he thought about the place. His response: “I don’t like it.” Joyce followed up with, “What don’t you like about it?”</p>
<p>“I said everything. She said it didn’t have to stay that way. Then it was the possibilities that started to materialize in our minds,” Steve recalls.</p>
<p>From the moment they bought the house, it has been one continual project. They knew it was going to be that way. Steve has done about 99 percent of the renovations himself, with help from outside contractors on only a few occasions.</p>
<p>One of the biggest projects was adding on 2,000 square feet to the back of the house. In order to accomplish this they had to knock out the existing back wall, and install a triple laminated beam for load support.</p>
<p>With the ‘60s design, the rooms were narrow and closed off from each other. With renovations, the Dangers opened up doorways and made the main living area one large room.</p>
<p>Other projects have included bathrooms, basement, bedrooms and outdoor amenities. </p>
<p>They say a fun project was building a beach house by the lake. With a fireplace inside and insulation, the hangout space can be utilized in more than just the winter months. Also, this was one project that didn’t involve having to live in the same space where the remodeling was taking place.</p>
<p>Steve is a former cabinetmaker and has custom built many of the cabinets in the home including, the bathroom vanities, cabinets in the bar, office, other built-ins and the fireplace mantles. </p>
<p>The couple designed and renovated their small, dark kitchen about two years ago. Steve designed and made the cabinets. During the renovation, they lightened everything in the kitchen. Gone were the old oak cabinets that dated the space, and in their place where the white cabinets Steve custom built. They figured if they decide to sell the house in say five years, the kitchen would be ready to go.</p>
<p><strong>Make it your own</strong></p>
<p>A unique feature in the kitchen is the cupola over the island, something Steve designed. A cupola is a small dome adorning a roof or ceiling. The Dangers describe themselves as “big on outdoor light,” so the cupola allows for more “wonderful light” to be let in. Inside the cupola is a vintage horizontal fan that Steve designed. </p>
<p>Both Danger and his wife are dreamers.</p>
<p>“We like to visualize how things can be. A famous quote of Walt Disney’s is ‘If you can dream it, you can do it,’ and so we like to be able to visualize something and then accomplish it,” he says.</p>
<p>Part of his job as a designer and consultant is working hand-in-hand with homeowners during their projects. </p>
<p>With his job, Danger tries to suggest things people can do themselves.</p>
<p>“I like when people do a lot of their own work. They take pride in it, and when the project is finished they can say ‘I did part of this,’” he says. </p>
<p>Living through the renovation is a mess and you will have to change the way you live for a little while. </p>
<p>To help make things go a little smoother, plan out each stage and get things lined up ahead of time. If one part of the project, such as the electrical, falls behind, it can throw off the rest of the schedule.</p>
<p>“If you go into a project without looking at the possibilities of all these things down the line, you will find all of a sudden you have an issue that you didn’t plan on,” he says.</p>
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<h2><strong>Renovations for the ages</strong></h2>
<p>Not every renovation project is intended to make the space look shiny and new. A design that celebrates decades (or even centuries) past can carry the same big impact for a dramatically updated look.</p>
<p>Antique upgrades celebrate the old-timey charm that modern design often ignores. An added benefit to an antique motif: the opportunity to display family heirlooms and treasures from previous generations that blend seamlessly into your home.</p>
<p>In most houses, the kitchen and bathrooms are where modern conveniences are most obvious. The appliances and fixtures in these rooms offer convenience and function few homeowners are willing to sacrifice for the sake of aesthetics. Fortunately, these tips show how you can capture old-world ambiance while enjoying the comforts of modern living.</p>
<p><strong>Back-to-basics bathroom</strong></p>
<p>Indoor plumbing is arguably the greatest asset of the modern home, but there’s no need to sacrifice contemporary function when you take a step back in time with your bathroom decor. A claw foot tub makes for a stunning focal point, and a stylish pedestal sink adds character a modern vanity simply can’t deliver. </p>
<p>The one downside, limited storage space, can be easily remedied. A distressed cupboard or cabinet fitted with an antique window pane door is a simple DIY solution, or rely on stacked wooden crates (sanded and finished, of course) for a whimsical tower to fill with towels and other necessities.</p>
<p>In a small space like a bathroom, it can be difficult to evoke just the right impression with fixtures and furnishings alone. That’s where accessories can play a transformative role. Rely on historic photographs, vintage mirrors and antique curios such as old buckets and chairs to let your creativity run wild. A bucket makes a perfect toilet paper holder and the rungs of a forgotten old chair are ideal for an old-fashioned towel rack.</p>
<p><strong>Old-meets-new kitchen </strong></p>
<p>For a kitchen stylized to honor the past, there’s nothing more distracting than modern appliances. Fully capturing the warmth and charm of a country, century or Victorian kitchen requires complementing antique-style appliances. With careful attention to vintage design, appliances can complete the traditional feel of a “vintage” kitchen, rather than detract from it, as would modern-style black, white or stainless steel. (Family Features)</p>
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</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Article category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/articles/leisure-lifestyle">Leisure &amp; Lifestyle</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/articles/home-garden">Home &amp; Garden</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/articles/fall-home-improvement">Fall Home Improvement</a></div></div></div>Thu, 22 Sep 2016 16:25:42 +0000admin196531 at http://www.lillienews.comInver Grove Heights Days 2016 supplementhttp://www.lillienews.com/content/inver-grove-heights-days-2016-supplement
<div class="field field-name-field-pdf-type field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/pdf-edition/special-section">Special Sections</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img alt="" src="http://www.lillienews.com/sites/default/files/pictures/Inver-Grove-Heights-Days-2016COVER.jpg" style="float:right; height:218px; margin:3px; width:200px" />Inver Grove Heights Days - September 9-11, 2016 - here's the guide with event information for this year's festivities.</p>
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</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Article category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/south-west-review">South-West Review -News</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/articles/inver-grove-heights">Inver Grove Heights</a></div></div></div>Thu, 25 Aug 2016 18:47:25 +0000admin196077 at http://www.lillienews.comWashington County Fair 2016 supplementhttp://www.lillienews.com/content/washington-county-fair-2016-supplement
<div class="field field-name-field-pdf-type field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/pdf-edition/special-section">Special Sections</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/pictures/WashingtonCountyFair2016Cover.jpg" style="float:right; height:220px; margin:3px; width:200px" />Washington County Fair August 3-7, 2016. Here's the guide with information, advertiser's specials and schedule for this year's Washington County Fair.</p>
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</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Article category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/oakdale-lake-elmo-review">Oakdale-Lake Elmo Review</a></div></div></div>Thu, 21 Jul 2016 15:25:00 +0000admin195573 at http://www.lillienews.comCanadian Days 2016 supplementhttp://www.lillienews.com/content/canadian-days-2016-supplement
<div class="field field-name-field-pdf-type field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/pdf-edition/special-section">Special Sections</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Little Canada's Canadian Days - July 29-31, 2016. Here's the guide with information and schedule for this year's Canadian Days.</p>
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<div class="field field-name-field-pdf-type field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/pdf-edition/special-section">Special Sections</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/pictures/Stockyard-Days-2016-Covers.jpg" style="float:right; margin:3px; width:150px" />New Brighton's Stockyard Days is August 7-15, 2016. Here is information, event schedule and advertisers' specials for this years Stockyard Days.</p>
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<div class="field field-name-field-pdf-type field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/pdf-edition/special-section">Special Sections</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img alt="" src="http://www.lillienews.com/sites/default/files/pictures/Villagefest2016COVER.jpg" style="border-style:solid; border-width:1px; float:right; height:220px; margin:3px; width:200px" />St. Anthony's VillageFest runs August 5-7, 2016. Here's the guide with information, advertiser's specials and schedule for this year's VillageFest.</p>
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</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Article category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/articles/st-anthony-bulletin-news">St. Anthony Bulletin News</a></div></div></div>Thu, 14 Jul 2016 18:18:28 +0000admin195414 at http://www.lillienews.comSlice of Shoreview 2016 supplementhttp://www.lillienews.com/content/slice-shoreview-2016-supplement
<div class="field field-name-field-pdf-type field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/pdf-edition/special-section">Special Sections</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img alt="" src="http://www.lillienews.com/sites/default/files/Slice-of-Shoreview-2016-Cover.jpg" style="float:right; height:161px; margin:3px; width:150px" />Slice of Shoreview Days - July 22 - 24, 2016 Here's the guide with information and schedule for this year's 'Slice'.</p>
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